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My Favorite Pecan Pie

December 4, 2014 by Debi 23 Comments

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My Favorite Pecan Pie is filled with ground pecans, giving you a better more pecan-filled bite each time! It’s also easy to make, and super delicious!

Try this special dessert year-round, not just at Thanksgiving.

a slice of pie on a grey plate with a fork, the rest of the pie is in the background.

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My Favorite Pecan Pie on a grey plate with the rest of the pie in the background.

This is my Favorite Pecan Pie.

I love the ground pecans in it. The ground pecans give it a better texture than pecan halves; you get more pecans in each bite this way.

You can grind your own pecans using a food processor, just pulse until finely ground, like coarse meal. Doesn’t take long at all.

This recipe was slightly adapted from {affiliate} “Eula Mae’s Cajun Kitchen“.

My Favorite Pecan Pie

You can make your own pie crust or use a store-bought option; the choice is yours.

And, pecan pie is really easy to make, just a little mixing, pouring, and baking. And voila!

A pretty homemade pecan pie that your guests will love.

My Favorite Pecan Pie - make it year-round!

I often make this pie twice a year, once for Thanksgiving, and once for Christmas.

Corn Syrup

And, yes, I do use the traditional Southern corn syrup in this Pecan Pie.

Keep in mind that Corn Syrup isn’t the same as High Fructose Corn Syrup. If you’d like to read more on that, here’s a great place to start.

My Favorite Pecan Pie

But also, I’ve found this organic corn syrup (it has a great vanilla flavor).

As a once or twice a year treat, I think it’s just fine. Really, everything in moderation, including moderation.

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Can’t get enough pecan goodies?

If you love pecans as much as I do, you’ll want to check out my recipes for Pecan Pie Muffins, Bourbon Candied Pecans, Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad, and Cranberry Pecan Broccoli Salad.

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My Favorite Pecan Pie Recipe

My Favorite Pecan Pie

My Favorite Pecan Pie

Debi
The perfect holiday pie that's filled with pecans in every bite!
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 669 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¾ cup light corn syrup
  • 2 cups ground pecans
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 Pie Crust ready in a pie pan, unbaked

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together in a large mixing bowl. Add eggs and whisk to blend well. Add corn syrup, pecans, and vanilla and mix well.
  • Pour into prepared pie crust. Bake until pie puffs and is golden, about 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool. Pie will deflate a bit as it cools.

Notes

Makes one 9-inch pie, 6 servings
Adapted from Eula Mae's Cajun Kitchen Cookbook

Nutrition

Calories: 669kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 8gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 175mgPotassium: 212mgFiber: 4gSugar: 59gVitamin A: 256IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations, and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.

Keyword pecan pie, pecans, pie
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  1. Kayle (The Cooking Actress)

    December 4, 2014 at 11:17 am

    Oooooh I LOVE wholesome sweeteners and this pecan pie is absolutely mouthwatering!

  2. Sophia @ NY Foodgasm

    December 4, 2014 at 12:57 pm

    THIS looks AMAZING!!! LOOOOVE pecan pie and these photos are beautiful!!

  3. taranoland

    December 5, 2014 at 8:28 am

    I adore pecan pie and yours looks divine!!

  4. Culinary Ginger

    December 5, 2014 at 8:46 am

    I can see why it would be your favorite, it looks amazing. Looks like a nice simple recipe too.

  5. Lovefoodies

    December 5, 2014 at 9:10 am

    I think this is going to be my favourite pecan pie too. It looks delightful!

  6. peter @feedyoursoultoo

    December 5, 2014 at 10:31 am

    Love the consistency I can see in the pie. great lighting for the pic too.

  7. Michelle F.

    December 5, 2014 at 11:13 am

    That looks so good. Pecan pie is one of my favorite holiday desserts.

  8. Masshole Mommy

    December 5, 2014 at 11:18 am

    There is nothing like a homemade pecan pie with some vanilla ice cream. This sounds amazing!

  9. Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch

    December 5, 2014 at 12:30 pm

    This looks amazing! Love the whole Pecans you used!

  10. Heather

    December 5, 2014 at 1:40 pm

    Pecan pie is amazing! My husband uses pecana in his sweet potato casserole recipe. There’s just something about pecans!

  11. Dan from Platter Talk

    December 5, 2014 at 5:32 pm

    GREAT looking pie here, Debi! Thanks for sharing it!!

  12. mealplanmaven

    December 5, 2014 at 6:03 pm

    So pretty! I would love to make your pie family for the holidays!

  13. The Foodie Affair

    December 5, 2014 at 7:26 pm

    I haven’t made a pecan pie this season yet! I like the idea of grounding up the pecans. More per bite sounds great to me!

  14. Shauna - The Best Blog Recipest

    December 5, 2014 at 10:38 pm

    I am just loving the idea that this pie has ground pecans in it instead of the half pecans!

  15. Scott

    December 5, 2014 at 10:51 pm

    Very similar to my wife’s recipe, only she also adds chocolate chips.

  16. Mike Benayoun

    December 6, 2014 at 12:58 pm

    Beautiful photos Debi

  17. Debra

    December 6, 2014 at 9:49 pm

    I love pecan pie, this sounds fantastic!

  18. Stephanie Pass

    December 6, 2014 at 11:44 pm

    I love the idea of ground pecans!

  19. Kristin

    December 7, 2014 at 8:24 am

    I need to make this for my father in law! He’s a pecan pie nut!

  20. SidelinePass (@SidelinePass)

    December 8, 2014 at 12:12 pm

    Looks like a great recipe! Pecan pie is one of my faves.

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